Protecting American Energy Production Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-13T03:08:15Z

Explore the details of House Bill 26 Protecting American Energy Production Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/13/2025, 3:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 26

Bill 119 hr 26, also known as the "Prohibition of Hydraulic Fracturing Moratorium Act," aims to prevent any future moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing, also known as fracking, in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently under consideration.

Hydraulic fracturing is a controversial method of extracting natural gas and oil from underground rock formations by injecting high-pressure fluid into the ground. Proponents argue that fracking has led to increased energy production and economic growth, while opponents raise concerns about its environmental impact, including water contamination and earthquakes.

If passed, Bill 119 hr 26 would prohibit any federal agency or official from imposing a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing. This means that the practice would continue to be allowed and regulated at the state level, without interference from the federal government. Supporters of the bill argue that fracking is essential for energy independence and job creation, and that a moratorium would harm the economy. Opponents, on the other hand, believe that the risks associated with fracking outweigh the benefits and that a moratorium is necessary to protect public health and the environment. As the debate over the use of hydraulic fracturing continues, Bill 119 hr 26 represents one side of the argument, seeking to ensure that the practice can continue unimpeded by federal regulations. It remains to be seen how the bill will progress through Congress and what its ultimate impact will be on the future of fracking in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 26

Protecting American Energy Production Act

This bill prohibits the President from declaring a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing unless Congress authorizes the moratorium. The bill also expresses the sense of Congress that states should maintain primacy (authority) for the regulation of hydraulic fracturing for oil and natural gas production on state and private lands.

Hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, is a process to extract underground resources such as oil or gas from a geologic formation by injecting water, a propping agent (e.g., sand), and chemical additives into a well under enough pressure to fracture the formation.

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Current Status of Bill HR 26

Bill HR 26 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since February 10, 2025. Bill HR 26 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 26's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of February 10, 2025